Jessica Leona
@threadandsoil.bsky.social
Sewing, gardening, and making an intentional life—one stitch and seed at a time. Less plastic, more homemade. Less rush, more roots. Less distraction, more family. Less trash, more craft. Starting from where I am and growing from here.
Saving my own seeds tastes like freedom 🌱 Collards, broccoli, kale — growing stronger every year. Just listed some on Seed Savers Exchange: https://tinyurl.com/ThreadAndSoil-Seeds #SeedSaving #HeirloomSeeds #FoodSovereignty #SlowLiving
September 2, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Saving my own seeds tastes like freedom 🌱 Collards, broccoli, kale — growing stronger every year. Just listed some on Seed Savers Exchange: https://tinyurl.com/ThreadAndSoil-Seeds #SeedSaving #HeirloomSeeds #FoodSovereignty #SlowLiving
Busy week 🌿 strung dried oranges, made a few dry mixes for the pantry, baked berry crumble w/ whipped cream, squeezed in meal prep, and even shared my yoga journal with the world. Something about this break in the heat gets me motivated! #SlowLiving #SimpleJoys #HomemadeGoodness #SeasonalLiving
August 26, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Busy week 🌿 strung dried oranges, made a few dry mixes for the pantry, baked berry crumble w/ whipped cream, squeezed in meal prep, and even shared my yoga journal with the world. Something about this break in the heat gets me motivated! #SlowLiving #SimpleJoys #HomemadeGoodness #SeasonalLiving
I made this yoga + self-care journal for myself when nothing else fit — apps + notebook + Ashtanga book to log it all felt scattered. Designed just for me, but now it feels stingy not to share. 🌿
Link: https://amzn.to/3UyUTZt
#YogaJournal #MindfulPractice
Link: https://amzn.to/3UyUTZt
#YogaJournal #MindfulPractice
August 21, 2025 at 3:01 PM
I made this yoga + self-care journal for myself when nothing else fit — apps + notebook + Ashtanga book to log it all felt scattered. Designed just for me, but now it feels stingy not to share. 🌿
Link: https://amzn.to/3UyUTZt
#YogaJournal #MindfulPractice
Link: https://amzn.to/3UyUTZt
#YogaJournal #MindfulPractice
When life gives you cherry tomatoes
...PLUS onions, garlic, and jalapeños…
You make salsa!
Seventeen jars of it.
#GrowWhatYouEat #CanningSeason #GardenSky
...PLUS onions, garlic, and jalapeños…
You make salsa!
Seventeen jars of it.
#GrowWhatYouEat #CanningSeason #GardenSky
July 31, 2025 at 2:52 PM
When life gives you cherry tomatoes
...PLUS onions, garlic, and jalapeños…
You make salsa!
Seventeen jars of it.
#GrowWhatYouEat #CanningSeason #GardenSky
...PLUS onions, garlic, and jalapeños…
You make salsa!
Seventeen jars of it.
#GrowWhatYouEat #CanningSeason #GardenSky
Just a few jars so far.
But each one says:
“I grew this myself.”
This is what resistance looks like in a mason jar.
#GrowWhatYouEat #SlowLiving #FoodSovereignty
But each one says:
“I grew this myself.”
This is what resistance looks like in a mason jar.
#GrowWhatYouEat #SlowLiving #FoodSovereignty
July 28, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Just a few jars so far.
But each one says:
“I grew this myself.”
This is what resistance looks like in a mason jar.
#GrowWhatYouEat #SlowLiving #FoodSovereignty
But each one says:
“I grew this myself.”
This is what resistance looks like in a mason jar.
#GrowWhatYouEat #SlowLiving #FoodSovereignty
It was never just a consumer problem.
Upstream: brands overproduce with cheap plastic materials.
Consumers: buy what’s available, wear and donate.
Downstream: the leftovers are dumped!?!
tinyurl.com/greenfashionghana
#SlowFashion #OverproductionCrisis #FastFashionKills
Upstream: brands overproduce with cheap plastic materials.
Consumers: buy what’s available, wear and donate.
Downstream: the leftovers are dumped!?!
tinyurl.com/greenfashionghana
#SlowFashion #OverproductionCrisis #FastFashionKills
tinyurl.com
July 13, 2025 at 6:37 PM
It was never just a consumer problem.
Upstream: brands overproduce with cheap plastic materials.
Consumers: buy what’s available, wear and donate.
Downstream: the leftovers are dumped!?!
tinyurl.com/greenfashionghana
#SlowFashion #OverproductionCrisis #FastFashionKills
Upstream: brands overproduce with cheap plastic materials.
Consumers: buy what’s available, wear and donate.
Downstream: the leftovers are dumped!?!
tinyurl.com/greenfashionghana
#SlowFashion #OverproductionCrisis #FastFashionKills
I’ve wanted to make this little porch bling for ages. Lettuce turnip the beet! 🎶
#Gardening #GardenHumor #DadJokes #Handmade
#Gardening #GardenHumor #DadJokes #Handmade
June 16, 2025 at 2:04 PM
I’ve wanted to make this little porch bling for ages. Lettuce turnip the beet! 🎶
#Gardening #GardenHumor #DadJokes #Handmade
#Gardening #GardenHumor #DadJokes #Handmade
They say self-care looks different for everyone. Mine just happens to involve weeds and dirt before sunrise. Not glamorous. Just peaceful.
#SlowLiving #GrowWhatYouEat #MomLife #GardenSky
#SlowLiving #GrowWhatYouEat #MomLife #GardenSky
June 13, 2025 at 4:03 PM
They say self-care looks different for everyone. Mine just happens to involve weeds and dirt before sunrise. Not glamorous. Just peaceful.
#SlowLiving #GrowWhatYouEat #MomLife #GardenSky
#SlowLiving #GrowWhatYouEat #MomLife #GardenSky
My dad always said “dig the second hole first.” So with the chicken coop 75% done, I built a mud kitchen. Naturally.
See the full build on YouTube https://youtu.be/7K0SGWQY1Mg
#MomsWhoBuild #DIY #MudKitchen #ParentingHumor #DadJokes #SlowLiving #IndependentPlay
See the full build on YouTube https://youtu.be/7K0SGWQY1Mg
#MomsWhoBuild #DIY #MudKitchen #ParentingHumor #DadJokes #SlowLiving #IndependentPlay
June 11, 2025 at 4:38 PM
My dad always said “dig the second hole first.” So with the chicken coop 75% done, I built a mud kitchen. Naturally.
See the full build on YouTube https://youtu.be/7K0SGWQY1Mg
#MomsWhoBuild #DIY #MudKitchen #ParentingHumor #DadJokes #SlowLiving #IndependentPlay
See the full build on YouTube https://youtu.be/7K0SGWQY1Mg
#MomsWhoBuild #DIY #MudKitchen #ParentingHumor #DadJokes #SlowLiving #IndependentPlay
Only a week into strawberry season and we’ve already picked 4x more than all of last year. 🍓
The secret? A little TLC and a lot of patience.
Hardest part is not eating them all before we get to the kitchen.
#GrowWhatYouEat #Homegrown #SlowLiving #gardensky
The secret? A little TLC and a lot of patience.
Hardest part is not eating them all before we get to the kitchen.
#GrowWhatYouEat #Homegrown #SlowLiving #gardensky
May 6, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Only a week into strawberry season and we’ve already picked 4x more than all of last year. 🍓
The secret? A little TLC and a lot of patience.
Hardest part is not eating them all before we get to the kitchen.
#GrowWhatYouEat #Homegrown #SlowLiving #gardensky
The secret? A little TLC and a lot of patience.
Hardest part is not eating them all before we get to the kitchen.
#GrowWhatYouEat #Homegrown #SlowLiving #gardensky
So tired of articles that focus on how consumers need to change.
It’s not just about what we buy—it’s about what’s being made, marketed, and pushed on us. This is a whole-system issue. Full stop.
We need more accountability upstream.
https://tinyurl.com/3r7fsa35
#PlasticCrisis #Sustainability
It’s not just about what we buy—it’s about what’s being made, marketed, and pushed on us. This is a whole-system issue. Full stop.
We need more accountability upstream.
https://tinyurl.com/3r7fsa35
#PlasticCrisis #Sustainability
Plastic Is Everywhere. Now What?
Our sustainability editor breaks down what the science says (so far) about the plastic in our environments and how to start making thoughtful decisions about your consumption. Plus: one tip you can do today to reduce microplastic shedding.
tinyurl.com
May 4, 2025 at 3:16 PM
So tired of articles that focus on how consumers need to change.
It’s not just about what we buy—it’s about what’s being made, marketed, and pushed on us. This is a whole-system issue. Full stop.
We need more accountability upstream.
https://tinyurl.com/3r7fsa35
#PlasticCrisis #Sustainability
It’s not just about what we buy—it’s about what’s being made, marketed, and pushed on us. This is a whole-system issue. Full stop.
We need more accountability upstream.
https://tinyurl.com/3r7fsa35
#PlasticCrisis #Sustainability
The most important cookies in the universe.
After an hour of pretend play, the toddler begged to bake.
I wanted a break… but I knew I had to say yes.
These are the moments that make childhood magical.
#CookiesAndChaos #SlowLiving #FamilyMemories #FoodSky
After an hour of pretend play, the toddler begged to bake.
I wanted a break… but I knew I had to say yes.
These are the moments that make childhood magical.
#CookiesAndChaos #SlowLiving #FamilyMemories #FoodSky
May 3, 2025 at 4:42 PM
The most important cookies in the universe.
After an hour of pretend play, the toddler begged to bake.
I wanted a break… but I knew I had to say yes.
These are the moments that make childhood magical.
#CookiesAndChaos #SlowLiving #FamilyMemories #FoodSky
After an hour of pretend play, the toddler begged to bake.
I wanted a break… but I knew I had to say yes.
These are the moments that make childhood magical.
#CookiesAndChaos #SlowLiving #FamilyMemories #FoodSky
Even a 'lazy' dinner does double duty:
Rotisserie chicken = dinner today + soup stock tomorrow.
Low effort, zero waste. I love my crockpot.
#ChickenBroth #NoWaste #SlowLiving
Rotisserie chicken = dinner today + soup stock tomorrow.
Low effort, zero waste. I love my crockpot.
#ChickenBroth #NoWaste #SlowLiving
May 2, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Even a 'lazy' dinner does double duty:
Rotisserie chicken = dinner today + soup stock tomorrow.
Low effort, zero waste. I love my crockpot.
#ChickenBroth #NoWaste #SlowLiving
Rotisserie chicken = dinner today + soup stock tomorrow.
Low effort, zero waste. I love my crockpot.
#ChickenBroth #NoWaste #SlowLiving
April 29, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Last fall we tucked a zillion babies under compost & a blanket of oak leaves.
Pulled the leaves back & BAM! Flowers, little berries, and… you guessed it volunteer tomatoes.
Because they take the "Volunteer State" motto seriously.
#GardenSky #Homegrown #TheVolunteerState #GrowWhatYouEat
Pulled the leaves back & BAM! Flowers, little berries, and… you guessed it volunteer tomatoes.
Because they take the "Volunteer State" motto seriously.
#GardenSky #Homegrown #TheVolunteerState #GrowWhatYouEat
April 26, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Last fall we tucked a zillion babies under compost & a blanket of oak leaves.
Pulled the leaves back & BAM! Flowers, little berries, and… you guessed it volunteer tomatoes.
Because they take the "Volunteer State" motto seriously.
#GardenSky #Homegrown #TheVolunteerState #GrowWhatYouEat
Pulled the leaves back & BAM! Flowers, little berries, and… you guessed it volunteer tomatoes.
Because they take the "Volunteer State" motto seriously.
#GardenSky #Homegrown #TheVolunteerState #GrowWhatYouEat
Mid-April planting before the rain—already so lush! So grateful for Tennessee’s loooong growing season.
Baby lettuce, all volunteers from last year & Cherry Tomatoes popping up like weeds!
The plants take the "Volunteer State" motto seriously.
#GardenSky #GrowWhatYouEat #TheVolunteerState
Baby lettuce, all volunteers from last year & Cherry Tomatoes popping up like weeds!
The plants take the "Volunteer State" motto seriously.
#GardenSky #GrowWhatYouEat #TheVolunteerState
April 23, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Mid-April planting before the rain—already so lush! So grateful for Tennessee’s loooong growing season.
Baby lettuce, all volunteers from last year & Cherry Tomatoes popping up like weeds!
The plants take the "Volunteer State" motto seriously.
#GardenSky #GrowWhatYouEat #TheVolunteerState
Baby lettuce, all volunteers from last year & Cherry Tomatoes popping up like weeds!
The plants take the "Volunteer State" motto seriously.
#GardenSky #GrowWhatYouEat #TheVolunteerState
Surprised my lil’ bunny on Easter with this Animal Bonnet—she hopped around in it for hours.
Quick, beginner-friendly sew. Free pattern here: tinyurl.com/ThreadAndSoi...
100% cotton, of course.
Now to tackle my own wardrobe—bras or tanks first?
#Handmade #SewingTutorial #FreePattern #SewSky
Quick, beginner-friendly sew. Free pattern here: tinyurl.com/ThreadAndSoi...
100% cotton, of course.
Now to tackle my own wardrobe—bras or tanks first?
#Handmade #SewingTutorial #FreePattern #SewSky
April 23, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Surprised my lil’ bunny on Easter with this Animal Bonnet—she hopped around in it for hours.
Quick, beginner-friendly sew. Free pattern here: tinyurl.com/ThreadAndSoi...
100% cotton, of course.
Now to tackle my own wardrobe—bras or tanks first?
#Handmade #SewingTutorial #FreePattern #SewSky
Quick, beginner-friendly sew. Free pattern here: tinyurl.com/ThreadAndSoi...
100% cotton, of course.
Now to tackle my own wardrobe—bras or tanks first?
#Handmade #SewingTutorial #FreePattern #SewSky
April 17, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Felt so good to finally get moving on a new project after being sick! Sunshine, sawdust… and then the saw battery died. Classic.
You’ll have to check back to see what I’m building—this one’s gonna be a good one.
#SlowLiving #IntentionalProjects #HomesteadVibes #NotJustSewing
You’ll have to check back to see what I’m building—this one’s gonna be a good one.
#SlowLiving #IntentionalProjects #HomesteadVibes #NotJustSewing
April 14, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Felt so good to finally get moving on a new project after being sick! Sunshine, sawdust… and then the saw battery died. Classic.
You’ll have to check back to see what I’m building—this one’s gonna be a good one.
#SlowLiving #IntentionalProjects #HomesteadVibes #NotJustSewing
You’ll have to check back to see what I’m building—this one’s gonna be a good one.
#SlowLiving #IntentionalProjects #HomesteadVibes #NotJustSewing
Just made another top for my little one’s all-cotton wardrobe. I'm committed to ditching plastic—but my stash of snaps is all plastic.
What would you do? Use them up? Donate and go metal?
#SlowFashion #NaturalFibers #PlasticFreeSewing #Handmade #Sewing #ReducePlastic #GarmentSewists
What would you do? Use them up? Donate and go metal?
#SlowFashion #NaturalFibers #PlasticFreeSewing #Handmade #Sewing #ReducePlastic #GarmentSewists
April 13, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Just made another top for my little one’s all-cotton wardrobe. I'm committed to ditching plastic—but my stash of snaps is all plastic.
What would you do? Use them up? Donate and go metal?
#SlowFashion #NaturalFibers #PlasticFreeSewing #Handmade #Sewing #ReducePlastic #GarmentSewists
What would you do? Use them up? Donate and go metal?
#SlowFashion #NaturalFibers #PlasticFreeSewing #Handmade #Sewing #ReducePlastic #GarmentSewists
Graded up Twig & Tale's free Petal Wrap Tunic/Dress pattern to a size 5 for my fast-growing LO. Planning decorative stitching to make it extra cute.
Another item to replace synthetics from our wardrobes-- tho I just started building a chicken coop so it might be a few days.
#Handmade #FreePatterns
Another item to replace synthetics from our wardrobes-- tho I just started building a chicken coop so it might be a few days.
#Handmade #FreePatterns
April 11, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Graded up Twig & Tale's free Petal Wrap Tunic/Dress pattern to a size 5 for my fast-growing LO. Planning decorative stitching to make it extra cute.
Another item to replace synthetics from our wardrobes-- tho I just started building a chicken coop so it might be a few days.
#Handmade #FreePatterns
Another item to replace synthetics from our wardrobes-- tho I just started building a chicken coop so it might be a few days.
#Handmade #FreePatterns
Made these high-waist toddler shorts—pattern and all. Bright cotton batik, elastic waist, patch pockets, no synthetics in sight!
Planning to grade pattern + start selling. No retail presence yet tho.
Thoughts on where to start???Etsy, farm markets, boutiques?
#NaturalFibers #SlowFashion #Handmade
Planning to grade pattern + start selling. No retail presence yet tho.
Thoughts on where to start???Etsy, farm markets, boutiques?
#NaturalFibers #SlowFashion #Handmade
April 9, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Made these high-waist toddler shorts—pattern and all. Bright cotton batik, elastic waist, patch pockets, no synthetics in sight!
Planning to grade pattern + start selling. No retail presence yet tho.
Thoughts on where to start???Etsy, farm markets, boutiques?
#NaturalFibers #SlowFashion #Handmade
Planning to grade pattern + start selling. No retail presence yet tho.
Thoughts on where to start???Etsy, farm markets, boutiques?
#NaturalFibers #SlowFashion #Handmade
While most chose sparkles for the Starry Night prom theme, my daughter went AS the painting. A walking masterpiece.
She gave me 48 hours to re-line a blazer she found at the mall with special fabric, embellish to mimic Van Gogh’s brushstrokes, & add a dramatic clasp.
#Prom #StarryNight #Handmade
She gave me 48 hours to re-line a blazer she found at the mall with special fabric, embellish to mimic Van Gogh’s brushstrokes, & add a dramatic clasp.
#Prom #StarryNight #Handmade
April 8, 2025 at 2:29 PM
While most chose sparkles for the Starry Night prom theme, my daughter went AS the painting. A walking masterpiece.
She gave me 48 hours to re-line a blazer she found at the mall with special fabric, embellish to mimic Van Gogh’s brushstrokes, & add a dramatic clasp.
#Prom #StarryNight #Handmade
She gave me 48 hours to re-line a blazer she found at the mall with special fabric, embellish to mimic Van Gogh’s brushstrokes, & add a dramatic clasp.
#Prom #StarryNight #Handmade